The Columbia River Gorge
We traveled the Columbia River gorge by ship, bus, and foot. Its historic twists and turns revealed to us everywhere we looked.
At The Dalles we disembarked for the Discovery Center, close to Jerry’s turf.In history, geography, and culture, we were immersed.
High upon Rowena’s Crest, the gorge displayed her assets:In just about fifty miles, the landscape turned from dry to wet.
Traffic flowed in all directions far below – Trains, trucks, and barges carried their cargo.
A historic highway offered close-up views pretty as could be. Legs were stretched and photos snapped of the plants and trees.
Not to be dismissed, the charming town of Hood River:Where shopping, dining, and wind surfing can all be delivered.
Captain Kay maneuvered the ship through Cascade Locks;In the distance, Multnomah Falls dramatically tumbled off the rocks.
We lingered on the bow as the last rays of the sun set.A finer day exploring the Gorge could not be spent!
We traveled the Columbia River gorge by ship, bus, and foot. Its historic twists and turns revealed to us everywhere we looked.
At The Dalles we disembarked for the Discovery Center, close to Jerry’s turf.In history, geography, and culture, we were immersed.
High upon Rowena’s Crest, the gorge displayed her assets:In just about fifty miles, the landscape turned from dry to wet.
Traffic flowed in all directions far below – Trains, trucks, and barges carried their cargo.
A historic highway offered close-up views pretty as could be. Legs were stretched and photos snapped of the plants and trees.
Not to be dismissed, the charming town of Hood River:Where shopping, dining, and wind surfing can all be delivered.
Captain Kay maneuvered the ship through Cascade Locks;In the distance, Multnomah Falls dramatically tumbled off the rocks.
We lingered on the bow as the last rays of the sun set.A finer day exploring the Gorge could not be spent!
